Rhythm and Dance of Accra

Woshishijee- New Beginnings with Alex Addy & Michael Akoto

This program offered by: Woshishijee- New Beginnings with Alex Addy & Michael Akoto
This exciting and informative performance will transport you to another world! Led and directed by Alexander Addy, an experienced instructor, professional dancer and accomplished percussionist, this program enables students to participate as they travel within the culture of Ghana. Students experience the rhythms and sounds of over 15 uniquely different drums as well as many other instruments which include flutes, bells, rhythmic rattles and the Gyil ( an African Xylophone). The skilled dance troupe members perform traditional and acrobatic dance movements with brightly colored costumes and traditional apparel to allow students to fully capture the feel, taste and richness of another country. As the son of legendary Ghanaian Musician Obo Addy, Alexander has helped shape and perfect this program over the last 25 years!

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Details

Program Model: Assembly Performance

Art Form: Music

Curriculum Connections: Social Studies, World Cultures

Grades: 1, 10, 11, 12, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, K

Program Requirements: Cannot perform on carpet. Need 30'x30' performance space. Students should be on floor with a 3' aisle in middle. The first row should be 10' from performers. Needs: 1-3 mics & stands, 1 dressing room very close to performance area, 4 chairs w/o arms, 1 electrical outlet, 4 student helpers to help carry equipment, water for performers.

Instruction Language(s): English

Woshishijee- New Beginnings with Alex Addy & Michael Akoto

About the Artist

Woshishijee- New Beginnings with Alex Addy & Michael Akoto

Alex was born in Ghana and came to the US to join his father, Obo Addy. He performs across the US and teaches in Portland. Michael was also born into music and dancing. He taught and performed in Accra, Ghana, before moving to the US to do the same.

"Alex is amazing with the students, a true teacher. He did a phenomenal job with our students in life skills; he was patient, warm, and fun. This residency should be experienced by every student!!" --Hillsboro Principal

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Program Costs

Please note that the cost of a program is determined based on a variety of different factors including number of sessions, planning hours needed and material costs. Please contact Arts for Learning NW for help determining the actual cost of your programs. Email us at [email protected] or call 503-225-5900, ext 705

Delivery Method	Type	Cost	Description
Assembly Performance	Mileage/Travel Costs		For sites located more than 15 miles from the 97220 zip code, an additional mileage fee will be applied and is calculated using the IRS mileage rate. This program is available within 50 miles of Portland.
Assembly Performance	Family Arts Night Performance	1600.00	A 50 minute performance for students and families, typically in the evening or on weekends.
Assembly Performance	Back to Back Performance	2115.00	Two performances with a short break in between. Each performance is 50 minutes.
Assembly Performance	Single Performance	1465.00	A single, 50 minute assembly performance.